Near-disaster at Nashville airport as Alaska Airlines narrowly avoids collision with Southwest plane

Near-disaster at Nashville airport as Alaska Airlines narrowly avoids collision with Southwest plane

An Alaska Airlines flight narrowly avoided a potentially deadly runway collision with a Southwest Airlines jet at Nashville International Airport, prompting investigations by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). Alaska Airlines Flight 369, a Boeing 737 MAX 9, was accelerating for takeoff when it had to abruptly abort after […]

Boeing’s nightmare worsens: Massive strike sends stock crashing

Boeing’s nightmare worsens: Massive strike sends stock crashing

Boeing’s stock has taken a steep nosedive following a strike by 33,000 members of its largest labour union, the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM). The machinists voted overwhelmingly to reject Boeing’s proposed four-year contract, triggering the first strike in over a decade. This development could spell significant trouble for the aerospace giant, […]

Southwest Airlines Flight 225 makes emergency landing in Denver after mid-air tire blowout

Southwest Airlines Flight 225 makes emergency landing in Denver after mid-air tire blowout

In a nerve-wracking aviation incident, Southwest Airlines Flight 225 was forced to make an emergency landing at Denver International Airport on Monday, June 3, after one of its tires blew out during takeoff. The flight, which had departed for Arizona just after 6:30 PM local time, returned safely to Denver 41 minutes later without any […]

Southwest Airlines acquires SAFFiRE Renewables to boost sustainable aviation fuel production

Southwest Airlines acquires SAFFiRE Renewables to boost sustainable aviation fuel production

Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has taken a significant leap towards sustainability by announcing the acquisition of SAFFiRE Renewables, LLC (SAFFiRE), furthering the endeavors of its wholly owned subsidiary Southwest Airlines Renewable Ventures, LLC (SARV). SARV’s mission is to facilitate Southwest Airlines in acquiring scalable sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) solutions, marking a pivotal move in […]

Southwest Airlines invests $30m in LanzaJet to propel sustainable aviation fuel development

Southwest Airlines invests $30m in LanzaJet to propel sustainable aviation fuel development

In a significant development towards achieving sustainable aviation, Southwest Airlines Co. has announced a $30 million investment in LanzaJet, Inc., a front-runner in sustainable fuels technology and production. This collaboration marks a pivotal step in the quest for environmental sustainability within the aviation sector, showcasing a dedicated effort to reduce carbon emissions and promote eco-friendly […]

Southwest Airlines completes $100m expansion at Phoenix Sky Harbor

Southwest Airlines completes $100m expansion at Phoenix Sky Harbor

In a significant development for the aviation industry, Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) has recently announced the completion of a monumental $100 million project at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. This extensive multi-year initiative has nearly doubled the size of the airline’s maintenance hangar, marking a significant milestone in Southwest’s commitment to enhancing its operational […]